Welcome to the MBDA

The official development agency in Nelson Mandela Bay

Latest Videos

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Bayworld Stakeholer Engagement Session 2023

 29 November 2023

Join and discover how we plan to develop the Bayworld Programme's Adventure World and Nature Reserve
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The Heritage & Tourism Indaba 2023

 25 October 2023

Be part of growing heritage in the Bay
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Heritage & Tourism Indaba 29.09.2023

 29 September 2023

Heritage & Tourism Indaba 29.09.2023
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Baakens Economic Barometer

 22 August 2023

Baakens Economic Barometer
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The Andy Kawa Event

 03 August 2023

The Andy Kawa Event

Latest News

Latest Webinars

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STC-MBDA Conversation Webinar #8: Building Sustainable Organisations

 09 February 2023

STC-MBDA Conversation Webinar #8: Building Sustainable Organisations Date: Thursday, 9 February 2023 Time: 10h00 - 12h00 Venue/Platform: Teams Event Livestream -MBDA Facebook and YouTube
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#MBDAconversations Webinar #7: Digital Jobs, Digital Economy, Digital Future

 29 June 2022

We are in the midst of the digital age and as technology continues to evolve, so does the job market, the economy and the skills required to participate in both. To provide some valuable insight into the reality of our digital future, we are privileged to be joined by a panel of experts for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation. The MBDA invites all residents of Nelson Mandela Bay to join us for this webinar, and to engage in the #MBDAConversation about our shared digital future.
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#MBDAConversations WEBINAR #6: WATER CRISIS AND CLIMATE CHANGE INTERVENTIONS

 26 May 2022

Climate Change, Water Crisis & Interventions
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#MBDAconversations - Webinar #5 - Circular Economy

 04 May 2022

Join in on the #MBDAConversation with our host Chris Whyte, where we will be focusing on developing, understanding and unpacking the circular economy throughout Africa.
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Urban Planning Webinar by Debbie Hendricks

 15 December 2021

MBDA Operations Executive, Debbie Hendricks delivered a presentation about MBDA’s mandate and challenges in policy at the South African Cities Network’s World Planning Day, a network of urban and planners exchanging knowledge for smarter cities. Listen to Debbie’s presentation here.

Latest Podcasts

Our Projects

As a special purpose development Agency, the MBDA is the driving force behind urban regeneration in Nelson Mandela Bay. The Agency employs urban renewal holistic approach that includes psychosocial support.

Urban Renewal

The MBDA has been vital in promoting economic development of the Nelson Mandela Bay through upgrading infrastructure, clearing out debilitating buildings and creating opportunities for positive social-economic benefits.

Facilities /Area Management

The Agency already operates various facilities such as The Tramways, Campanile, Helenvale Resource Centre, and Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium with more to come on stream in the future. The MBDA goes above and beyond to ensure that its facilities entail security, cleansing and other utilities and services.

Innovation and Research

The MBDA has prioritised research and understanding of the rapidly changing world to enable innovation, and sustainable technological advancements.

Psychosocial

The MBDA has prioritised research and understanding of the rapidly changing world to enable innovation, and sustainable technological advancements.

NMB Stadium

The 46 000-seater is not only a sporting facility but offers a wide range of unique venue hire options to host events.

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